T.J. Oshie has officially announced his retirement from professional hockey, bringing an end to a remarkable NHL career that spanned over 1,000 games.
The 38-year-old forward, who missed the entire 2024-25 season due to a chronic back condition, made the announcement on Monday in an emotional ceremony at Washington Harbor in Georgetown. Several key members of the Washington Capitals organization — including head coach Spencer Carbery, Nicklas Backstrom, John Carlson, Chris Patrick, and GM Brian MacLellan — were in attendance to support him.
“This moment is bittersweet, but I’m filled with gratitude,” Oshie said during his tearful farewell.
Oshie released an additional statement reflecting on his career:
“After 17 unforgettable years in the NHL, I’ve decided to retire. I want to thank the Washington Capitals and the St. Louis Blues for allowing me to live out my dream. I’m incredibly grateful to all my teammates, coaches, trainers, equipment staff, and especially the fans — your energy made every moment on the ice unforgettable.”
You've left an indelible mark on this franchise and its city and we are so grateful to have been a part of your NHL journey.
— Washington Capitals (@Capitals) June 9, 2025
Thank you, @TJOshie77 #ALLCAPS pic.twitter.com/XXzUWDuMYE
Originally drafted 24th overall by the St. Louis Blues in 2005, Oshie played seven seasons in St. Louis before being traded to the Capitals in 2015. He quickly became a key player and emotional leader in Washington’s locker room, even wearing the “A” as an alternate captain during the 2023-24 season.
One of Oshie’s career highlights came during the Capitals’ 2018 Stanley Cup run. He notched 21 points (8 goals, 13 assists) in 24 postseason games, including six points in the Final against the Vegas Golden Knights. His three-point performance in Game 4 was a standout moment in the series.
Oshie leaves the game with 695 career points (302 goals, 393 assists) across 1,010 regular season games. Over nine seasons with the Capitals, he recorded the ninth-most goals (192) and 20th-most points (385) in franchise history, and ranks fifth in all-time power-play goals (76).
Internationally, Oshie earned legendary status during the 2014 Sochi Olympics, when his shootout heroics against Russia earned him the nickname “TJ Sochi.”
Oshie’s impact on both franchises he played for — and the hockey world at large — is undeniable. The Capitals expressed their appreciation in a heartfelt message on social media:
“You’ve left an indelible mark on this franchise and this city. We are so grateful to have been a part of your journey. Thank you, @TJOshie77.”
As Oshie hangs up his skates, he leaves behind a legacy built on passion, perseverance, and a knack for delivering in big moments — both on and off the ice.
Reviewed by Christopher Hodgson
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June 09, 2025
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